Poor function after nonoperative treatment of Kienböck's disease

Authors

  • Søren S. Mikkelsen
  • John Gelineck

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.3109/17453678709146475

Abstract

Twenty-five wrist joints treated with immobilization for Kienböck's disease were reexamined after 8 (1–11) years. Six patients had no pain, but 14 had daily problems with the wrist, and of these, 7 had to change their occupation. Five wrist joints were arthrodesed during the follow-up period. We conclude that nonoperative treatment of Kienböck's disease is ineffective.

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Published

1987-01-01

How to Cite

Mikkelsen, S. S., & Gelineck, J. (1987). Poor function after nonoperative treatment of Kienböck’s disease. Acta Orthopaedica, 58(3), 241–243. https://doi.org/10.3109/17453678709146475